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Newspaper
Garden City Telegram
Location
Garden City, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 2005
Page
1
A Kansas subject appears amid a vivid field of blooms capturing a serene portrait. The scene centers on vibrant color contrasts with petals surrounding the central figure, presenting a timeless nature study.
The Senate will start confirmation hearings next Monday for John Roberts to become chief justice, a week after Bush chose him to replace the late William Rehnquist. Specter said opening statements will occur at noon, with Roberts expected to answer questions later in the day as he faces senators Lugar Bayh Warner and others.
Second annual Praise Day drew local churches and nonprofits to Finney County Fairgrounds west parking lot Saturday. Garden Valley Church organized this pious community event with a carnival atmosphere. Attendees included The Salvation Army Mosaic and ABC Pregnancy Care Center. Event coordinator Hannah Proffitt said exposure for nonprofits was a key goal.
Local agencies and businesses list Katrina relief donations benefiting the American Red Cross. Banks such as Commerce Bank and Landmark National Bank collect funds at multiple branches, while stores like Pizza Hut and Dairy Queen accept contributions. Western State Bank operates the Katrina Family Fund to assist a refugee family in Garden City. See Page A5.
Teary eyed Supreme Court justices and many Americans paid last respects to William H. Rehnquist at the court where he served 33 years. Pallbearers included his former clerk John Roberts, chosen to succeed him as chief justice, bearing the flag draped casket to the Great Hall beneath marble busts of former chiefs.
The rise in fuel costs after Hurricane Katrina cuts into earnings for farmers, builders and truckers. Garden City contractor Martin Richardson notes daily travel costs up, predicting price passes to consumers. trucker Dick Long cites diesel around 2.66 to 2.85 per gallon on coast to coast hauls. Local diesel stations show 2.65 to 2.85 per gallon as fuel costs squeeze operations and budgets.
Major levee breach finally plugged as engineers pump out floodwater and authorities brace for grim scenes ahead. Mayor Ray Nagin warns water removal will take weeks, debris cleanup longer, and electricity could be restored after eight weeks. He cautions about toxic muck, bodies, and disease amid rescue efforts nationwide.
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